1949 Morris Six vs. 1981 Volvo 240
To start off, 1981 Volvo 240 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Morris Six. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Morris Six would be higher. At 2,215 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 Morris Six is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Volvo 240 (106 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1949 Morris Six. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Volvo 240 should accelerate faster than 1949 Morris Six. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Volvo 240 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1949 Morris Six. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1981 Volvo 240 (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Morris Six. (133 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1981 Volvo 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Morris Six.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Morris Six | 1981 Volvo 240 | |
Make | Morris | Volvo |
Model | Six | 240 |
Year Released | 1949 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2215 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2660 mm |